BUILDING CLERK

Nature of Work:

Complete a variety of skilled clerical and administrative support tasks, in a typical office setting, related to the function of the Building & License Department. Helps customers obtain city business tax receipt, certificates of use, and permits. Accepts and forwards code enforcement and permitting complaints. Processes occupational license and all permit applications, certificates of use, certificate of occupancy, certificate of completion, schedule inspections, and performs all associated tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Two (2) years related experience issuing permits, credit collections; or any acceptable related combination of training and experience.
• Good knowledge of office practices and procedures including filing and basic record keeping.
• Good knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment including work processing and computer equipment, copiers, fax machines and printers.
• Good knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Good knowledge of business letter writing and typing formats.
• Good knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate records and files.
• Ability to learn the operation, policy and procedures of the City and the assigned department or office.
• Ability to perform difficult and complex clerical and administrative support work using independent judgment.

Preferred Qualifications: